Spicy Black Eye Pea Soup

5 slices bacon 1 cup chopped onion 2 tbl chopped jalapeno 2 cups chopped tomatoes 1 clove minced garlic salt & pepper to taste 2 beef bouillon cubes 4 15.8 oz cans black#8209;eyed peas 3 cups grated cheddar or Swiss cheese Makes 10 servings In a large saucepan, saute the bacon. cut into small pieces. To the pan, add the chopped onion, jalapeno, tomatoes, garlic and salt & pepper. Saute. Add 3 cups of water and beef bouillon cubes; stir to dissolve. Drain juice from peas and add to soup. Heat thoroughly. Sprinkle Cheese on each serving. 1/4 to 1/2 lb finely chopped ham may be substituted for the bacon. More jalapeno may be added if desired. Garlic powder may be substituted for the garlic clove. Zucchini Bread Recipes